Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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1000 Years of Justice at York Castle
York Castle has been a site of justi...
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Trade on the Rivers
York stands at the point where two r...
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Industrialisation
In the latter half of the 19th centu...
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Monastic Orders in York
As well as countless churches, Medie...
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York's Jewish History - An Audio Trail
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Life in Medieval York
In the Middle Ages, York was home to...
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The York City Walls
The city or ‘bar’ walls...
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Life in Viking York
York changed when it was captured by...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Glazed Medieval Jug
- Cardinal Wolsey, Archbishop
- Viking Silk Cap
- Yorkshire Museum
- The Mansion House
- King Edward II and York
- Silver Strap Ends
- Ripon College for Women
- Micklegate Bar
- Amber Bead Workshop
- Aldwark Synagogue
- St Leonard's Hospital
- The Cawood Sword
- Viking Boot
- The Railway King: George Hudson
- Clifford's Tower
- Merchant Adventurers' Hall
- King Edward I and York